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Half Moon Cay — Carnival’s Private Island
The beach is the star: soft sand, shallow water and room to spread out create a classic Bahamian day. Trails, water activities, horseback riding and protected natural areas provide options beyond a beach chair.
The Story of Half Moon Cay — Carnival’s Private Island
Half Moon Cay—now marketed as RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay—is the cruise destination on Little San Salvador Island in The Bahamas used by Holland America Line and Carnival Cruise Line. Ships normally anchor offshore and tender guests to a long crescent of pale sand and turquoise water.
Half Moon Cay — Carnival’s Private Island in Context
Half Moon Cay—now marketed as RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay—is the cruise destination on Little San Salvador Island in The Bahamas used by Holland America Line and Carnival Cruise Line. Ships normally anchor offshore and tender guests to a long crescent of pale sand and turquoise water.
What Makes It Special
The beach is the star: soft sand, shallow water and room to spread out create a classic Bahamian day. Trails, water activities, horseback riding and protected natural areas provide options beyond a beach chair.
Interesting Facts
The island's name comes from the beach's half-moon shape. Most of Little San Salvador remains undeveloped as a nature preserve.
Explore the R&M Photographs
Explore our R&M Adventures photographs to see the tender approach, white-sand beach and brilliant water at Half Moon Cay.
The Story of Half Moon Cay — Carnival’s Private Island
Half Moon Cay—now marketed as RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay—is the cruise destination on Little San Salvador Island in The Bahamas used by Holland America Line and Carnival Cruise Line. Ships normally anchor offshore and tender guests to a long crescent of pale sand and turquoise water.
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Destination details were checked against official visitor information. Original photographs remain credited to R&M Adventures.
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